Being a mother is not a decision that is made from one day to the next. There are many things to take into account and one of them is usually what time is the most appropriate for pregnancy and the birth of the baby. But that is only an intention, because like women achieving a pregnancy is not “I want it and I have it” , but it can take months and even years to arrive.
Or at least that’s the theory, because in my case we hit it too well. As my oldest daughter had been born without seeking pregnancy, her father and I decided that with the second we would change tactics and choose when the best time would be.
Of course, what we did not expect was that we were going to get pregnant in the first month. Literal! On September 1 we went on vacation to Lanzarote with the girl: sunny days and lots of water and … surprise! We stood at the starting line, without any contraception and, 15 days later when her period was due to arrive, she no longer made an appearance. I decided to wait two more weeks, so I was still to blame for the change in routines but I knew in my subconscious that someone was already growing inside me.
So I will tell you, in my experience, what are the pros and cons that await you if , like me, you conceive your child in September and he is born in May (or June) , depending on the day of the month in which the happy event took place. .
Advantages and disadvantages of getting pregnant in September
September is for me one of those perfect months to go on vacation, away from the bustle of July and August and the sweltering heat, but still with great weather. And, when you have children, just before going back to school, it is a good option to return with a good mood.
And that relaxation, no matter the destination, can help you and your partner to calmly seek that desired pregnancy, without the fatigue and stress that the day-to-day routine entails. In addition, I assure you that conceiving in September has important advantages, although we are not going to be fooled: there is also some small inconvenience, which is forgotten as soon as you have your baby in your arms.
First trimester: September, October and November
Among the typical discomforts of the first trimester of pregnancy are nausea: approximately 80% of pregnant women suffer from it. They have been proven to get worse in the heat, which is why conceiving in September helps you cope better, because temperatures are already much milder in autumn.
Also September, October and November are good months to cope with fatigue and sleep, common symptoms during the first trimester, although it is true that the change of season and time that for many people entails a certain physical and emotional decline.
In addition, while most of the mortals are down by the end of the holidays, you will take it much better and with more optimism, because it will coincide with the first tests, the first ultrasound … And as the weather is still pleasant, you will take advantage to keep fit by taking long walks.
Second quarter: December, January and February
These are the months in which the pregnant woman tends to feel more comfortable and safe, so you will not have problems traveling at Christmas if the family lives far away. Your energy and happiness, added to the fact that you are still agile, you can take advantage of it to go out to buy maternity clothes on sale, now that your gut is already showing and you still have a lot of pregnancy to wear these clothes that are so flattering. take advantage of the autumn months to take long walks in the fresh air and travel without problems.
Of course, Christmas and Kings will involve a lot of hustle and bustle shopping and social gatherings, and alteration of routines, so you have to look for moments also for rest. Fortunately, the months of greatest fatigue and nausea have passed, and the second trimester of pregnancy is when the future mother enjoys the most, but that does not mean that you should slow down and think about yourself and the baby that grows inside.
So do not force yourself to prove to everyone that you can do everything (that was my fault), ask for help if you need it and be careful with the copious meals associated with the Christmas holidays, which can cause digestive discomfort. Everyone will understand that you take care of your diet and that you appreciate the effort of preparing such appetizing dishes but that you must take care of yourself.
Even if you got a flu shot in October, as experts recommend to pregnant women, you should be careful with the cold, since a cold or colds can cause very uncomfortable symptoms during pregnancy.
Third quarter: March, April and May
You will live the last stage of your pregnancy in the middle of spring. The days are beginning to get longer and the temperatures to soften, so you can resume those long walks in nature and even take the opportunity to walk along the seashore if you are lucky enough to live on the coast, and thus rest those ankles and that leg pain that is usually present in the last pregnancy. This way you will arrive at delivery in better physical and mental shape.
The mild temperatures will also help you cope with the last stretch, when the gut is already heavy and you feel more clumsy. Of course, although luckily I did not suffer the effects of spring allergies, I recognize that these months can be especially annoying, in the final line of pregnancy, with the grasses, the olive tree or the arizonic trees in full splendor.
If you are allergic to pollen and suffer from itchy nose and eyes, sneezing, watery eyes or asthma, you should know that not all allergy medications are compatible during pregnancy, so it is essential to put yourself in the hands of specialists who will advise you on the best treatment to follow, as certain symptoms that are poorly controlled or not treated could endanger your health and that of your baby.
But there is a detail that no pregnant woman who is going to become a mother in May or June can escape: the fatigue typical of the final stretch of pregnancy, the famous “spring asthenia” can be added, which will make you need to rest and sleep more than the usual. Let yourself go! You need to go to labor with as much energy as possible.
When your baby is born
Getting pregnant in September implies that your due date will be in May or early June. Research carried out by the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology in Berlin concluded that boys and girls born in spring tend to be more optimistic and energetic than babies in the other seasons of the year.
It is true that this is totally anecdotal data, but in view of the results, I totally agree with it. My son was born in May and I remember that it was a perfect time : the first day after leaving the hospital we were already walking because the temperature was good. In addition, in June the days are longer and the heat is not so pressing and, since you are on maternity leave, you can dedicate yourself to doing the first things as a family outside the home, already fully recovered from postpartum. Memories that will last forever, while your baby benefits from the Vitamin D that he needs so much to develop.
But being a mother in May was also good for me, allowing me to experience postpartum recovery without the overwhelming heat of summer.
Of course: the first summer is quiet vacations and to accommodate the needs of the baby: nothing to go out in the central hours of the day or expose him directly to the sun. But if you breastfeed on demand, you will be able to fully enjoy the holidays since since he has his food and drink always at hand, there is no need to rush out to feed him when mom and dad are enjoying a dinner outdoors.
I remember that perfect first summer, because the baby is still so young that he sleeps in his stroller next to you, so you can enjoy a vacation without breaking his routine, and you can also take him for a walk close to you in a baby carrier.
Pregnant in other months of the year?
- Getting pregnant in May: pros, cons and when will your baby be born
- Getting pregnant in June: pros, cons and when will your baby be born
- Getting pregnant in July: pros, cons and when will your baby be born
- Getting pregnant in August: pros, cons and when will your baby be born
